Car Hire Ireland - Mini guide to Ireland

The Emerald Isle is an enchanting destination full of surprises with charming people, lively atmosphere, beautiful countryside and impressive historical attractions to match its literary and music legacy.

Dublin boasts a 1000 year old history, and is easy to explore on foot. Trinity College, (home of the book of Kells), Christchurch cathedral, Irish Parliament and Dublin Castle are all fine historical sites. Grafton street is the shopping focal point, while the lively Temple Bar precinct is the place to experience true Irish music and the perfectly poured Guinness. The grand colonial post office on the broad avenue of O’Connell street, along with Kilmainham gaol (out of town), is an eerie reminder of Irelands nationalism quest.

Belfast’s Castle sits on the slopes of Cavehill overlooking Belfast Lough. The City Hall, Parliament Buildings, Queens University and Alexandra Park Gate Lodge are popular attractions in this city.

Situated on the edge of a huge bay, Galway's tightly packed town centre is a delightful muddle of lanes and canals with historic buildings and a legendary night-time atmosphere. The 14th century Lynch's Castle and Spanish Arch is about all that remains of the city's ramparts.

Cork is a vibrant, laid-back city, launching point for the touristy Blarney stone, historic Cobh and picturesque Kinsale.